Our sheepdogs!  Brand new!  Igor with a rare grey/silver color and his sister Natasha.  We found them tied up with a thick chain outside the shelter.  They are huge and will become great guard dogs.  Their talents are already coming through.  

Apx date of birth beginning of January 2010. 

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After Igor's adoption, Natasha is waiting for her turn to enjoy a family's life.

Igor and Natasha!

These are our three new pups, one girl and two boys.  Desiree, our pretty girl, has rather long hair, a white patch on her chest and some thin brown stripes on her legs.  She is curious and playful to the extreme, but at the same time she can distribute kisses to every one.  Apx date of birth mid January 2010.  She is in the process of being fully vaccinated.  For info: tel 6977 846783, e-mail info@kazshelter.org

Desiree and Stan.

These are our three new pups, one girl and two boys.  Stan is a sweet little boy who spends his days playing with Desiree and his brother Olie.  

But he never misses the chance for some cuddling.

Apx date of birth mid January 2010.  He is in the process of being fully vaccinated.  For info: tel 6977 846783, e-mail info@kazshelter.org

Olie, brother of Stan is a proud puppy, affectionate and sweet.  He is black with some tan on his legs and chest.  Apx date of birth mid January 2010.  He is in the process of being fully vaccinated.  For info: tel 6977 846783, e-mail info@kazshelter.org

The two babies enjoy playing tag o' war with Manoussos.

Stan, Desiree and Olie at a day's hard work.

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The babies that were brought to us end of January, to be put down, have grown into 5 gorgeous puppies.  Apx date of birth beginning of January 2010.  Top picture Shirley, a black and white girl when she first came to the shelter.  Bottom picture Shirley on March 25th.  For info: For info: tel 6977 846783, e-mail info@kazshelter.org

Brad was the smallest of all siblings.  A tiny black puppy with white chest, who grew into a little treasure.  Top picture Brad on the day of his arrival at the shelter, bottom picture Brad (left) with his sister Shirley (right) on March 25th.

Apx date of birth beginning of January 2010.  For info: For info: tel 6977 846783, e-mail info@kazshelter.org

Olivia is the second girl of the family.  Top picture a few days after her arrival at the shelter, bottom picture on March 25th.  She is a calico doggy, i.e. she has three colours: black, white and tan.  She will become a rather large pup, but she has, just like her siblings, a golden heart and the desire to start her life at her forever home.

Apx date of birth beginning of January 2010.  For info: For info: tel 6977 846783, e-mail info@kazshelter.org

And this is handsome Paul.  Top picture on the day of his arrival at the shelter, bottom picture on March 25th.  Paul is made of sugar and honey :-)  He has been reserved and if everything goes as planned, he will be by Easter at his forever home.

Marlon!  Handsome, playful and affectionate.  Top picture on the day of his arrival, bottom picture on March 25th.

Apx date of birth beginning of January 2010.  For info: For info: tel 6977 846783, e-mail info@kazshelter.org

The mom of these puppies has been well fed by us, to regain her strength and then spayed before she returned to her neighborhood, where good people give her some food every day. And right the moment their mother was returned back, sweet Lyra took over and became the babies' foster mom.  She takes care of them, plays with them and sees to it that they get good puppy-manners :-)

Lyra and "her" puppies.

In the same wing of the shelter lives Grandpa George, who shows extreme patience towards the littles devils.  He also sees to their proper education.  All these things that matter in a pack, i.e. hierarchy, respect towards the older members and the feeling of being protected.  To be a member of a well functioning pack is essential for the development of the puppies' character.

Grandpa George with a-before-him-bowing Marlon.

This is Manousos, an 8 month old male that was found paralyzed from the waist down. He was dragging himself along the street, crying and asking for help. Our orthopedic surgeon after reviewing the x-rays diagnosed compound fractures on his back leg and pelvis. He had surgery (you can clearly see his shaved leg and the scar from the operation) and now he is recuperating in a confined space to avoid further injuries. His fractures were pretty serious, so he still has some time to go before he can get back to partying. It would be a terrible shame if Manousos was forced to return to the streets, hence we are looking for a responsible family to adopt him.  We can promise you that when Manousos gets better you will not be able to tell he has had such an ordeal. He is one of a kind, patient, loves cuddles and grateful. Possible date of birth June 2009. For more info please call +30 6977 846783 or info@kazshelter.org

Manoussos was taken to our orthopedic vet for the removal of the nails in his leg.  He stayed only one day there, just to recover for the anesthtic of the quick surgery and he returned to the shelter.  He is as good as new, he uses his leg and pelvis without any problem, he jumps and plays with the puppies and waits for his forever home.

Manoussos is affectionate to the extreme and loves everyone he meets, humans and dogs.

Manoussos, portrait.  It is a shame such a great dog to stay at the shelter.  He is still very young to spend his life here, he is only 8 months old.  We are absolutely certain that Manoussos would become an excellent companion of a family.  

And this is our new beauty, Jet.  She is totally black, Black Jet, so that's where she got her name from.  She is less than a year old, beautiful, petite and a little overweight.  She has an amazingly shiny fur and she wags her tail like mad when someone comes near.  She is the picture of good health and she will be given spayed andvaccinated. Possible date of birth May 2009.

Jet has a special story.  After her spaying no one came forward to adopt her, so with a heavy heart we were forced to return her where we had found her: on the street, an all too common occurence for dogs we admit in the shelter for neutering.  However, after 2 days had passed, she astonished us by waiting outside the shelter.  We decided to take her in and hope she would find her new home soon.  On Sunday Jet was finally adopted by a family that appreciated her lovely charakter and her friendly nature, especially towards the family's daughter.  She went to her new home, met the family's other dog, ate the food they provided and then settled in the garden, while the family went inside to have lunch.

In half an hour Jet had found her way back to the shelter! Thankfully her new home was only a few km away from the shelter.  Jet, the incredible loyal dog!  Nevertheless, we have not lost hope and we still try to find a home for sweet Jet.  For more info please call +30 6977 846783 or info@kazshelter.org

Irini, possible date of birth 10 December 2009. Info +30 6977846783 and info@kazshelter.org

Sweet Irini on March 25th 2010

Kleoniki, possible date of birth 10 December 2009. Info +30 6977846783 and info@kazshelter.org

Teddy bear Kleoniki on March 25th 2010

Kriton, possible date of birth 10 December 2009. Info +30 6977846783 and info@kazshelter.org

Gorgeous Kriton (right) with his sister Kleoniki (left).

Labito, possible date of birth 10 December 2009. Info +30 6977846783 and info@kazshelter.org

Labito (who said that she' d prefer to be called Amelie) at her foster home.  She lives with a bunch of dogs, two cats and one parrot:-)

This puppy’s story is quite different. He was abandoned outside our vets office and he brought him to us.

Kimon and his curly whiskers on February 16th.  He is a puppy so full of life that one can only admire him.  Excellent companion for a family with kids.

Who could resist those eyes? 

Or this proud posture?

This is Greco, a big Greek shepherd, just 10-12 months old. He is very friendly, very cute, great guard dog and a perfect companion to all those who would not be content with just another dog left in the garden. For more info +30 6977846783 and info@kazshelter.org

Together with Greco lives Lyra, a white Labrador mix  She is around 8 – 10 months old and has been spayed and vaccinated. For more info +30 6977846783 and info@kazshelter.org

This is Agis! A super sized puppy who forced his way into the shelter after being chased by huge sheepdogs.   Possible date of birth 20 September 2009. 

Agis portrait on March 25th.

Agis: Handsome...

...Sweet...

... and affectionate.    25.3.2010

Do you remember Mistoklis, the puppy with the nasty leg fracture that could not undergo surgery?  The little boy has grown into a fine young man of 7 months with wonderful lush silky fur.  His leg has totally healed and is running and jumping with Avra like a foal.  And when Avra finds a playmate she doesn't stop until she knocks him out.

Mistoklis would like a family that would be able to see him for the treasure he really is and not like another black dog. For more info +30 6977846783 and info@kazshelter.org  

He is very sweet and beautiful and knows how to appear big and clever when he hears a strange sound.

With Avra catching their breath after a three hour runaround.

Mistoklis striking a pose next to a rosebush.

Mistoklis with his girl friend Avra.

After Pantelis, another Shar Pei was found wandering the streets.  This is Shar, around 6 years old, very sweet natured, loving, with one great love: going out for walks.  He had been attacked and biten by dogs and the bite marks are obvious in the picture.  Shar is healthy and has tested negative for Erlichiosis and Leishmania.  He just needs someone to love him and open his/her heart and home to him. For more information: +30 210 8013302, +30 6944 260 909 and renakane1996@hotmail.com

This is a recent picture of Shar.  You can clearly see how healthy he is looking and how well his wounds have healed.  He is still crazy for his walks but unfortunately he is still kept at a vet's practice, in a crate. 2.2.10

This beauty is Big Fat Mama!  She is a mix shepherd, found on the island of Rhodes, abandoned and pregnant in a field, soaking wet from rain.  When we approached her she was so happy, she was lying on the ground crying for us to give her affection.  She is over 2 years old and her ears have been cut by her previous owners.  She has been spayed since we found her and we hope to find for her a small corner in someone's garden, a plate of food and a kind touch from her new family.  For more information: info@strayshelp.gr 

Once again, a hunter was the catalyt in this dog's life.  The hunter said that the dog is no good and has no use anymore of him.  "Either you take him or I just leave him on the street or I even shoot him" were the hunter's words.  And when we asked what is the dog's name he shrugged his shoulders dissmissively and didn't answer.  

The poor dog is very gentle and cuddly, seeking human affection, patiently waiting for his turn for a kind touch and a treat.  Maybe he feels that our shelter is a better place to live than his previous home.  It shows from his surprise whenever we reach out to pet him.  At first he bows his head closing his eyes, evidently waiting for the hit that is to follow and then he looks at us with wide open eyes, full of surprise and licks our hands.

Because he is so loving we named him Agapios.  Epagneul Bretons are notorious for their sweet and loving nature.  They make an ideal family pet and have a special affection to children.  Agapios is waiting for adoption applications, unless you are a hunter.  No hunter will take our Agapios.

He is apx 3 years old, neutered and vaccinated.

For more info +30 6977846783 and info@kazshelter.org  

For more info +30 6977846783 and info@kazshelter.org  

 Here, we present to you our darlings who cannot return to the street either because of their old age or because of their fear for humans.  By virtually adopting one of them you give them the chance to stay in the shelter and be provided for.  Food, medical care, surgeries, deworming, vaccinations are some of the costs we have to face each month.  Please help us to help them.

Pamba, 5 years of age, is healthy, vaccinated and spayed.  She was found about three years ago locked in the basement after her owner's death. She has become the baby-sitter of the shelter as she watches out when the puppies come out to play. Pamba is still afraid of people but would willingly give her life for the people she knows and loves.  We cannot even think of her wandering around on the roads in panic, she would probably die before a car would hit her. Give her a chance to stay with us at the shelter by virtually adopting her.

Pamba shares with you the recipe for her favorite treat. You fill a rubber gong with yogurt and you place it in the freezer.  When it is frozen you can give it to your beloved companion, he will be kept busy while at the same time he will enjoy his "ice cream".

Mitsos is our mix Dogo Argentino.  He was a very poor creature when he first came to the shelter, we didn't know if he would make it.  Mitsos is now a healthy old boy, who would llllllove to be virtually adopted and to have visits for his sake on Saturdays.  Cookies and girls (photo) are his great weacknesses :-))

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Jula is our very timid girl.  She loves being petted and belly scratched, but only by those she knows well.  5 years old, spayed and vaccinated. She has no hope of being adopted. Who would take the time and the risk to train a dog who is afraid of her own shadow.

Here we present grandpa Giorgos who needs your support. He is old and when he arrived in the shelter he had great health problems, full of wounds and very weak. We managed to cure him, we pampered him, fed him and now he can leave the shelter and move into a dog's house in your yard. All he needs is some snugness and a plate of food for as long as he is still around. In the photo you can see how he was when he first arrived. Now he is unrecognizable, a bit fat with a rich coat, a gorgeous old sheppard’s dog. He also asked me to tell you that he would even be interested in an virtual adoption, to cover his expenses while he remains at the shelter.

Grandpa Giorgos today

 Grandpa Giorgos and his harem!! Above with Maria and below with Polyanna and Maria. He also has another girlfriend – Hionati. All the females have been neutered so they can enjoy each other's company. Only males do not fit in Giorgos' world:-)) 

Lefkippos, a white Spitz, was found wandering around Tatoiou street.  He has no microchip, and at the moment he is being taken cared of here at the shelter. He is also being treated by our vet for an infection he has in his anal-gland. Until now no one has claimed loss of this dog at the police stations of the area.  He is an old boy and no one wants to adopt him. He would love though a virtual adoption to help him stay at the shelter. Tel 6977 846783 and info@kazshelter.org

Mama Linda when first found with her pups.  She weighed only the weight of her bones and skin.  She suffered from Leishmaniosis and eternal hunger.

And this is how she looks today.  She is a plump and sweet girl and extremely affectionate.  5 years old, spayed, vaccinated and regularly dewormed. Her disease is a bad memory of the past and we monitor her regurarly with blood tests.

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Sweet Viola!  A little girl who is begging for a treat or for a foster mom/dad.  Tel 6977 846783  and info@kazshelter.org

Kostas (left) with one blue eye met Giannis (right) in one of his walks and they instantly became friends creating the "Ocean 2" gang. They are both 2-3 years old and they would be a smashing duo guarding some fenced in yard or a house.  Both are vaccinated, dewormed and neutered. Affectionate and totally friendly to their humans, the boys have great guarding skills, but absolutely no diplomatic talent towards other dogs.  Tel 6977 846783 and info@kazshelter.org.

Myrina, a very sad story.  She was found in a filed on the verge of death.  She could not walk, not even stand up.  She came to the shelter, had all necessary tests.  Among othe health issues she was suffering from starvation... We put her on drips, hand fed her and on the third day she managed to stand on her feet. Even if she gains weight and surpasses her medical conditions, Myrina seems unable to survive alone on the streets. She is another one of our dogs that needs a sponsor.  For more information: Tel 6977 846783 and info@kazshelter.org.

Our Gerakos is a lucky little fellow.  He was taken by his family to a vet's to be euthanized.  He was too old and they didn't want him any more.  We found out about the case and we took Gerakos to the shelter.  We even managed to find a family for him, but they left the door open and Gerakos disappeared.  An old boy, in a hostile area, many km away from the shelter.  After 2 weeks we found him and he came back to the shelter.  Now, he enjoys life living in the shelter's office and in the front yard greeting all our visitors and flirting with all fourlegged girls. 

The handbag took over his place on the armchair, but Gerakos didn't hesitate.  He just sqeezed next to it.

Spring obviously suits him. On one of his walks in the front yard of the shelter.  25.3.2010

This is our Aisha and her sad story.  When she was 2 months old we fished out of a well where she had been dumped or she had managed to crawl on the ledge, push the well's lead and lose her balance (lets get not crazy).  From then on, human presence is very disturbing to Aisha.  Even we cannot get near her although we have her since she was a small puppy and we have never even yelled at her. Aisha is now 4 years old and totaly incapable of taking care of herself on the streets.  Who would adopt a black, crazily fearful animal?

Marika has been living at the shelter since it opened.  She is a healthy, beautiful, medium size German Shepherd mix, 5-6 years of age, who would be afraid to death if she were to be found in unknown surroundings.  She is a timid dog but she accepts the people she knows.  Perhaps the right person eith right amount of patience and love could bring Marika out of her shell, to live with a family and give lots of love.  However, no one has come forward to take on such a responsibility.

Tony has been at the shelter for about 2 years.  Last year he had surgery to remove bullet fragments from his knee.  A seconde surgery followed the first, to allow him to use and staighten his leg, but without success.  Tony is very timid and though he enjoys seen us and receiving his cookies, he does not let us pet him. He might not get along with humans all that well, but he has got plenty of four legged friends to keep him company.

 Corina!  A real beauty!  She lives in the shelter since she was a small puppy but she has not been adopted.  She is very timid and no one has come so far forward to take the responsibility and give her a chance.   She would love though a sponsor who would make it possible for her to stay at the shelter indefinitely.